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'Spy cameras are targeting teens'
1:50pm Saturday 26th July 2008
A CAMPAIGNING civil rights activist has spoken out over the growing amount of covert surveillance in Swindon.
Comments (6)Brewery calls time on pub...before it's even been built
12:00pm Saturday 26th July 2008
PLANS for a highly anticipated pub in Priory Vale have gone flat.
Display your talents at the Mela
10:10am Saturday 26th July 2008
SWINDON Talent ‘08 will be hunting for finalists at the Mela.
Yobs filmed attack on helpless cabbie
8:00am Saturday 26th July 2008
HAPPY slapping yobs filmed themselves beating a cab driver senseless.
School expansion plan angers residents
9:10pm Friday 25th July 2008
FAMILIES whose homes neighbour a thriving Chippenham school have objected to expansion plans.
Seniors enjoy seaside-themed garden party
8:10pm Friday 25th July 2008
RESIDENTS at Quarry Mount Residential Home enjoyed a taste of the seaside with a themed garden party.
Raid closes nature reserve
6:10pm Friday 25th July 2008
A CRICKLADE nature reserve has been forced to shut due to a raid by suspected criminals.
Cash boosts for leisure projects
5:10pm Friday 25th July 2008
PROJECTS in Cricklade and Ashton Keynes have enjoyed cash boosts from North Wilts District Council.
Brave volunteers' feat of endurance
4:00pm Friday 25th July 2008
A MOUNTAINOUS endurance event raised thousands for an appeal for a new Swindon MS therapy centre.
Merger needs cash
3:30pm Friday 25th July 2008
PLANS to merge two Colebrook schools will only be accepted by governors if Swindon Council can find the money to provide a new building to house pupils.
Wildcats help children get their skates on
2:00pm Friday 25th July 2008
CHILDREN across Wiltshire are preparing to strap on their skates for a new community drive spearheaded by Swindon Wildcats – the town’s ice hockey club.
Boxing made us into men
1:50pm Friday 25th July 2008
FOUR budding Ricky Hattons have been given awards after taking part in a boxing course aimed at improving SAT scores.
Making a date for african adventure
12:50pm Friday 25th July 2008
COLOURFUL calendars could help send school children on an African adventure.
How much longer do we have to wait?
11:50am Friday 25th July 2008
COVINGHAM residents have demanded to know how long they must wait before their homes are safe from flooding.
Ripples of excitement as pool nears completion
10:50am Friday 25th July 2008
A NEW £1.4m swimming pool will be completed next month.
National News
Army dog handler 'was due to leave'
Updated 7:58pm Saturday 26th July 2008
The British Army dog handler killed in Afghanistan was due to leave front line duties the day before he died, the Ministry of Defence has said.
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Radio star opens homes
RESIDENTS at a Highworth retirement development enjoyed meeting broadcaster and comedian Don Maclean so much that they want him to move in.
Come and have fun with St John Ambulance!
If your aged between 5-16 years old, why don't you try out the Stratton St Margaret youth division of St John Ambulance and join in the fun. We meet each tuesday evening during school terms between 1830 and 2045 at the St John Ambulance headquarters on Rodbourne Road. all you need to do is get involved and have fun with us.
Upper Stratton Baptist Church - 1861 to date
USBC has been serving the community in Upper Stratton since 1862
New Youth and Children’s Minister for Stratton
Chris Priddy, 24, has been appointed as a Youth and Childrens Minister at Upper Stratton Baptist Church (USBC).
Public Meeting on Upper Stratton Flooding
Last year Upper Stratton suffered from some absolutely dreadful flooding in some areas; particularly Foxley Close, Beechcroft Road, St Philip's Road, Marsland Avenue and Headlands Grove.
Criminals target Baptist Church
Criminals have targeted the Upper Stratton Baptist Church buildings resulting in serious damage
Join in the fun with the Air Cadets
What did you do last weekend? Air Cadets across the UK take part in fun and challenging activities like flying, gliding, parachuting, climbing, shooting, expeditions, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh... the list goes on.
Stratton Scouts and Guides Brave the Cold for Easter Camp
Stratton Scouts and Guides, Rangers and Explorer Scouts braved the bizzare Easter weather on a camp near Oxford.
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